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1948 Delahaye 135 M


Chassis number : 800692

Delahaye 1948 Delahaye 135 M History Specifications
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Sold for $220,000 at 2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island.
Sold for $220,000 at 2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island.
The Type 135 was launched at the 1935 Paris Salon and would prove to be Delahaye's mainstay for the rest of its lifetime. The 135 was given a new chassis, designed by engineer Jean-Francois, with welded box-section side members and pressed cross member welded to a ribbed floor. Power was from an overhead valve 3557cc six-cylinder unit sourced from the earlier Type 135. The transverse leaf spring independent front suspension was also carried over.

Coachbuilder P.J. Pennock & Zonen was established in 1898 and would become one of the largest coachbuilders in the Netherlands. They built both bespoke bodies for individual clients and series-built styles like convertibles.

This car was delivered new to the United States. The Pennock-bodied cabriolet was re-sold to Mr. Dale McCauley in 1952 and would remain in his possession until 1997 when it was sold to a Midwest collector. While in this collection, the car was given a restoration. In 2002, it changed hands again and soon after was given a mechanical and cosmetic refinement. A new convertible top and headliner were installed, and all the interior woodwork was refinished. Many of the mechanical and electrical systems were refurbished, and seat belts were fitted at this time.

The car completed the Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance in 2003, followed by a display at that year's Concours d'elegance, receiving a second-in-class. It was shown at the 2003 Palos Verdes Concours where it also showed well.

The car is finished in dark green and tan, with tan leather on the seats and doors, accented by green piping. The top is a matching tan canvas.

In 2010, this Delahaye 135M Cabriolet was offered for sale at RM Auctions 'Automobiles of Amelia Island' sale in Amelia Island, Florida. The car was estimated to sell for $200,000 - $250,000. As bidding came to a close, the car has been sold for the sum of $220,000, inclusive of the buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2014

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2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $200,000-USD $250,000 
Sale Price :
USD $220,000

2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $200,000-USD $250,000 
Sale Price :
USD $220,000

2004 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $250,000-USD $325,000 
Lot was not sold

1948 Delahaye 135 M Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Delahaye 135 M

(Data based on Model Year 1948 sales)
1948 Delahaye 135 M Coupé by Antem
Chassis#: 800990
Sold for USD$149,652
  2021 RM Sothebys : The Guikas Collection
 
1948 Delahaye 135 M Cabriolet 'Malmaison' by Pourtout
Chassis#: 800997
Sold for USD$156,159
  2021 RM Sothebys : The Guikas Collection
 
1948 Delahaye 135 M Sport Coupé by Hebmüller
Chassis#: 800870
Sold for USD$320,750
  2019 RM Sothebys : Villa Erba
 
1948 Delahaye 135 M Cabriolet par Letourneur et Marchand
Chassis#: 801182
Sold for USD$170,904
  2019 Artcurial : Retroobile
 
1948 Delahaye 135 Drophead Coupé
Chassis#: 800843
Sold for USD$212,020
  2018 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais
 
1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet
Chassis#: 800585
Sold for USD$214,432
  2017 Bonhams : The Padua Auction
 
1948 Delahaye 135 M cabriolet Faget-Varnet
Chassis#: 800745
Sold for USD$488,793
  2015 Rétromobile by Artcurial Motorcars
1948 Delahaye 135 M image  1948 Delahaye 135 M image  
1948 DELAHAYE 135 M CABRIOLET ANTEM
Sold for USD$406,176
  2013 Artcurial - Automobiles Sur Les Champs 5
 
1948 Delahaye 135 M Cabriolet Malmaison
Sold for USD$435,997
  2012 Artcurial Motorcars at Rétromobile
 
1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet by Pennock
Chassis#: 800692
Sold for USD$220,000
  2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island
1948 Delahaye 135 M image  1948 Delahaye 135 M image  
1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet by Pennock
Sold for USD$220,000
  2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island
1948 Delahaye 135 M image  1948 Delahaye 135 M image  
1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet
Sold for USD$230,000
  2007 Bonhams, An Important Sale of Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia
 
1948 Delahaye 135 M Drophead Coupe by Viotti of Turin
Sold for USD$204,396
  2006 Coys Auction - Legende et Passion
 
1948 DELAHAYE 135 M CABRIOLET
Sold for USD$99,000
  2001 Barrett-Jackson - Petersen Museum 2001
 

Delahaye 135 Ms That Failed To Sell At Auction

1948 Delahaye 135 M's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1948 Delahaye 135 M Coach Aérosport Letourneur & Marchand8007002020 Artcurial : Retromobile $150,000$200,000
1948 Delahaye Type 135M Three-Position Drophead Coupé8008432019 Bonhams : The Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale $240,000$280,000
1948 Delahaye Chaprons Dandy Grand Luxe 2018 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale   
1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet8009802011 Bonhams Automobilia, Motos de collection et Automobiles d'exception au Grand Palais  $225,000
1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet8006922004 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction $250,000$325,000
1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet8014452003 Bonhams Sports, Competition & Collectors' Motor Cars $50,000$60,000

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1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle thumbnail image  1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle thumbnail image  
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1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle thumbnail image  1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle thumbnail image  

1948 Delahaye 135 M Profiles

1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle information
Drophead Cabriolet Coupe
Coachwork: Figoni & Falaschi
Chassis #: 800998
1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle information
Cabriolet
Coachwork: Henri Chapron
1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle information
Drophead Cabriolet Coupe
Coachwork: Figoni & Falaschi
Chassis #: 801372
1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle information
Cabriolet
Coachwork: Pennock
Chassis #: 800692
1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle information
Coupe
Coachwork: Henri Chapron
1948 Delahaye 135 M vehicle information
Cabriolet
Coachwork: Faget-Varnet
Chassis #: 800745